Sugisaka Monument
This monument was erected to commemorate one of Emperor Go-Daigo's loyal samurai, Kojima Takanori's most tragic failures. Emperor Go-Daigo (1288-1339) was exiled to the remote Oki Islands after the failed coup d'etat attempt to overthrow the Kamakura Shogunate. While being transported, Kojima Takanori waited at Funasaka Pass to ambush the transportation unit and save Emperor Go-Daigo from being exiled. However, the Emperor did not pass through the Funasaka Pass but through the Sugisaka Pass at this very spot. When Takanori learned of this, he rushed to Sugisaka Pass, but he was too late and unable to save the Emperor.
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Gift shop Ishizawa
"In addition to four physical stores in Hyogo Prefecture, this select store specializing in gifts also operates a diversified online store on Rakuten, Amazon, and other online retailers. From items selected by buyers from all over Japan, to specialties from Hyogo and Sayo Town, to popular products such as Starbucks' ORIGAMI drip coffee, there are a variety of gifts that are sure to be a delight to receive."
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The campground is a popular all-season, full-scale outdoor facility along the banks of the Chikusa River and has been voted as one of the top 100 most beautiful waters in Japan. The family-friendly grounds provide unique tree houses, cottages with wood-burning stoves, and even Finnish saunas. Several cottages are fully equipped with underfloor heating and air conditioning to make your stay as comfortable as possible. In summer, visitors can enjoy outdoor activities such as playing in the river and collecting insects.
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"An open-air restaurant like an oasis for anglers located on the banks of the Chikusa River. The salt-baked sweetfish is grilled slowly over binchotan, high-grade charcoal, so the entire fish is edible from head to tail. If you are lucky, natural extra-large eels may be on the menu. The restaurant is open during the sweetfish fishing season, so please call in advance to confirm."
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After gaining popularity in Kobe, this soba restaurant relocated to the town of Sayo, where it serves a special two-color chilled soba dish featuring both refined and rustic varieties of buckwheat noodles. The signature dish, "Ohiru Gohan," is a set meal that includes seasonal sides and homemade dishes such as glutinous soybean rice. Be sure to enjoy your meal with a generous serving of sake.
Cafe Restaurant GARO
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Cobaco Work&Camp
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